Unfortunately, not all teachers are extremely helpful but the ones that are really make a difference in student's academic success. The school had access to lots of great resources and technology, especially lab equipment for science classes. or reduced lunches. Praise God all went well!Read 91 Reviews, Senior: Wellesley High has been a great experience. Visiting the school in 8th grade left me wide-eyed and excited for my future at the school. Established in 1635, Boston Latin School is the first public school in the United … KP cares about the students maybe even more than they care about education and that is why I would never trade this school for anything else. All Rights Reserved. Massachusetts public school students are leading the nation in reading and math and are at the top internationally in reading, science, and math according to the national NAEP and international PISA assessments. Ranking based on student and parent reviews of athletics, number of state championships, student participation in athletics, and the number of sports offered at the school. Ranking Factors. Had amazing opportunities especially for scholarships, several different events that take place at the school which enhance your experience at this high school positively! Although the school offers an internship during the spring of one's senior year, it offered little connections for opportunities during the summer.Read 203 Reviews, Parent: Xaverian Brothers High School has truly changed the trajectory of my son's educational, social, and emotional growth. Sharon High School (SHS) serves the residents of the town of Sharon, Massachusetts, United States.. I recieved my first grade below an A that year, and I worked harder to make sure that I got my grade back up. Click the link below to get started. If I could go back and be a freshman, I would do it all over again! Amazing teachers that are always looking out for you and offer help to anyone who needs it. A listing of the largest public high schools in the state of Massachusetts according to the school's total student enrollment. At the Prep I learned the problem solving & analysis skills that served me well in my information systems management career. A new list compiled by Niche.com, an information service provider, ranks the state's best private high schools. Southbridge Public Schools is proud to present the Southbridge Middle High School music department's winter concert for 2020! We have been part of the Catholic Memorial community for 8 years and will continue to have a student there for another 5.... it just keeps getting better and better! Shrewsbury is full of opportunities and you can really make the best out of the high school! I have learned so much here. The layout of the school is easy to understand. Junior: Mass Academy has given me so many opportunities that were inaccessible... Boston Latin School. Read more on how this ranking was calculated. If you have the opportunity to attend Notre Dame Academy, I would highly recommend it. Dorchester High School was founded in 1852 in what was then the independent town of Dorchester, Massachusetts. The METCO program here is a step in the right direction when trying to make the school more diverse, but more needs to be done. If you want to grow tremendously and be successful, there is numerous opportunities to do so. High Schools Public Schools Schools. Middle School Student: I am currently enrolled at BC High as a 7th grader in the Arrupe Division.. There's a club for everyone which enables students to make lasting friendships and form great memories.Read 177 Reviews, Senior: I had a great experience at Franklin High School. I truly believe that NDA is a place for everyone. I loved my high school experience and could not have imagined it any other way. When a new school building on Peacevale Road opened in 1925, the student body was split. I am proud to call this my home and am thankful for everything it has given me.Read 165 Reviews, Senior: Walpole High School offers a very good level of education and opportunity at the public school level, often engaged with even the nicest after-school activities. There are many clubs to help you find your community. We educate students from the towns of Lee and Tyringham, and other neighboring communities through school choice and tuition agreements. There are always multiple things going on after school for any personality. I am a school choice student at Minnechaug. These are the worst private high schools in Massachusetts according to Student Teacher Ratio. The higher work level and the fact that my teachers weren't trying to make things easier, but harder to prepare us for college and the real world, forced me to push myself more and become more independant.Read 22 Reviews. Superintendent's Report to School Committee 12/8/2020 » Superintendent's Report to School Committee 11/24/2020 » Franklin Public Schools - November Newsletter » Due to the low student - teacher ratio - teachers get to know the students very well and encourage excelling students to expand and go deeper or provide extra help for students who need it. There is a large variety of science and art-related electives, but less English and history electives. Website. I find this expectation makes me want to work hard and achieve what I can, and my guidance counselors are very supportive of any decision I make after high school. The town's reputation of being stuck-up definitely does reflect on many of the students and it shows. Learn more about the schools, student demographics, and academics within the state, read parent reviews of local schools, and find information about specific cities and school districts. I genuinely enjoy going to classes and the teachers are awesome. The sports programs are all very good. Academics are strong at XB. These are the worst public high schools in Massachusetts based on the ratio of Students to Teachers. I could not have asked for a better high school experience!Read 317 Reviews, Alum: The older I become the more I appreciate the analytic skills and friendships I formed at Saint John's Prep. Read more on how this ranking was calculated. They make it so that minorities do have a chance to be heard and represented at the school in various ways, like the Diversity Club. SchoolDigger will resume updating its rankings when test scores are released in 2021. With the current political climate there has been lots of discussion on how to go about doing this. KP cares about the students maybe even more than they care about education and that is why I would never trade this school for anything else.Read 160 Reviews, Senior: BMHS has great faculty who are willing to help students reach their best potential. I already knew someone there already because they all work at the golf course which is where I work so. There are always multiple things going on after school for any personality. Unfortunately, not all teachers are extremely helpful but the ones that are really make a difference in student's academic success. The sports are competitive and fun at the same time. The environment is just very welcoming. The teachers there were so great and really nice. The community aspect is extraordinary and everyone is so kind. Healthy learning is priceless!Read 71 Reviews, Senior: My experience at CATS has been pleasant, to say the least. Praise God all went well! Below is … The teachers there were so great and really nice. I truly believe that NDA is a place for everyone. Looking back as a now senior, I... Brookline High School. About this List Massachusetts Academy of Math & Science. Longmeadow High School is a great educational opportunity for anyone who attends, allowing students to learn about new topics they never thought they would and explore classes of their choosing to spread their interests. Our football team got a state championship last year so I’m really proud.Read 154 Reviews, Parent: Incredible school. The faculty care about the students, the classes are interesting, the workload is manageable, and the activities are fun. Overall, I had a great experience at Natick High School! Shrewsbury is a particularly challenging school compared to other high schools in the area, and the majority of students are expected to succeed and go to college after graduation. Massachusetts High School Rankings Due to the disruption caused by COVID-19, the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education did not administer assessments for the 2019-2020 school year. The teachers truly know the students as individuals and provide encouragement for the students to excel in all areas. I could not have asked for a better high school experience! The teachers are always available to help you, and there isn't much competition among the students to be the top because we don't have class rank. If I could go back and be a freshman, I would do it all over again!Read 177 Reviews, Senior: My overall experience with Needham High School is decent. I think overall, this is a great school to enroll your student in, as it gives a well-rounded education and many opportunities. The online forum "Let's Talk" was created by 3 students in the class of '21 and has provided a safe space for students of all backrounds to share their stories in an in formal way without adults monitoring. Those supportive relationships have helped him succeed. The students here are nice and open minded. I have learned so much here. The online forum "Let's Talk" was created by 3 students in the class of '21 and has provided a safe space for students of all backrounds to share their stories in an in formal way without adults monitoring. These are the public high schools in Massachusetts with the most Full Time Teachers. There are so many sports and clubs to get involved in, which I believe is a huge part of high school. Find out what school district you are in and what school you are zoned for by exploring our school boundary maps. So many resources academically and socially. Its teachers mostly care about the well-being and success of their students, and strive to help them in whatever they need. Our football team got a state championship last year so I’m really proud. Healthy learning is priceless! There are 641 high schools in Massachusetts, made up of 437 public schools and 204 private schools. From the moment you walk in. Especially the ELL teacher. Data provided by the National Center for Education Statistics. Diverse students and faculty. The teachers truly know the students as individuals and provide encouragement for the students to excel in all areas. As a Division 1 school, BC High is serious about sports, but in Arrupe, it is all about having fun and getting better. Please note: Student-teacher ratio is not a representation of average class size. There are 641 high schools in Massachusetts, made up of 437 public schools and 204 private schools. Soon enough, the workload that had once seemed tedious to me felt like normal as the years progressed. The teachers are very caring and all experts in there area. I recall one time someone left sticky notes throughout the building saying "you can do it", "you are awesome", "learn and grow", and so many other quotes, as a parent there for 4 years, and having seen over 24 schools in the area, as we chose the right one for your kids, in the last 7 years, this is #1!Read 8 Reviews, Parent: We love Montrose School for our middle school girls for so many wonderful reasons. My experience at CATS has been pleasant, to say the least. The higher work level and the fact that my teachers weren't trying to make things easier, but harder to prepare us for college and the real world, forced me to push myself more and become more independant. The teachers are involved with all their students and make it so there is always an opportunity to get the grade you worked for.Read 224 Reviews, Junior: I love Shrewsbury High because of the many opportunities to get involved and the caring and helpful staff. The class sizes are fairly small and it is one of the best public schools around. Milton Academy - $47,330 per year. Look up public schools and districts by address or ZIP code. Our administration truly cares for the students and there are many amazing teachers. I really do think that BC high will not just give me the tools to get through college, but for life. When it comes to clubs and activities, there's a spot for everyone. Had amazing opportunities especially for scholarships, several different events that take place at the school which enhance your experience at this high school positively! Learn how to get started by clicking the link below.Click here to Finish your High School Diploma. Especially the ELL teacher. The school provides numerous ways to be involved around Billerica and also to help other students in the school. The faculty care about the students, the classes are interesting, the workload is manageable, and the activities are fun. Granite Valley School: 413.267.4155. Besides strong academics, and many clubs and activities, the spiritual opportunities for growth offers experiences that are not available at many other high schools. Shrewsbury is a particularly challenging school compared to other high schools in the area, and the majority of students are expected to succeed and go to college after graduation. Nauset Public Schools is in the process of developing an exciting new 5-year strategic plan that will guide us as we continue to ensure that all Nauset children have access to a robust, relevant, and rewarding learning experience. I was able to take a biology class that did labs that are typically only offered in college settings, such as doing bacteria stains. Compare the best high school sports programs in your area. To change, I believe that more health science courses should be added as well as more diverse classes like the American Music History class.Read 168 Reviews, Parent: We have been part of the Catholic Memorial community for 8 years and will continue to have a student there for another 5.... it just keeps getting better and better! I love my school so much. It ranks 9th for the student/teacher ratio and sits 1st for the percentage of students on free Due to the low student - teacher ratio - teachers get to know the students very well and encourage excelling students to expand and go deeper or provide extra help for students who need it. The sports here are great and all the kids are hard working and most kids are very welcoming and kind. As a senior, I feel confident that I have been fully prepared for college through honors and AP classes and teachers who want their students to not only be challenged, but to succeed. For private schools this is the 2015-2016 school year. I also developed an appreciation for art and literature. Many teachers here are very personal and are willing to connect with their students on a personal level and they all want the best for all of us. Awesome education. Trying to find scholarship information for your children or yourself? Monson High School: 413.267.4589 Its teachers mostly care about the well-being and success of their students, and strive to help them in whatever they need. This was our first year at Montrose and making the switch has definitely been worth the time and effort. Soon enough, the workload that had once seemed tedious to me felt like normal as the years progressed. However, these won't be handed to you. A listing of the smallest public high schools in the state of Massachusetts according to the school's total student enrollment. 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